Waxx welcomed Adé in Lightning for an hour of musical discussion. From the start, the singer, a regular on the show now, was enthusiastic about the idea to share his musical favorites with listeners.
The first musical crushes
Adé talks about his first musical crushes, notably with the group alt-J. She remembers with emotion the first time she heard Fitzpleasure in his sister’s room. This moment was a real shock for her, revealing the impact music can have on our lives. She describes this discovery as a rare and precious moment, where the inventiveness of the group had a profound impact on her.
Coldplay and musical awakening
Another notable moment for Adé was a Coldplay concert in Bercy, at the time of Mylo Xyloto. She talks about how the band’s performance, and in particular the song Hurts Like Heavenawakened in her the desire to make music. This concert was a revelation, showing him the emotional power that music can have on the public.
The golden age of music according to Adé
Adé also shares his musical “golden age”, located between his 15 and 20 years, a period marked by groups like Arctic Monkeys, The Strokes et The Black Keys. She looks back on this era with nostalgia, emphasizing the impact of these groups on her own music. For her, the Strokes represent a major influence, both through their music and their attitude.
Emotion through music
Although she is sensitive to vocals, Adé admits that few songs make her cry. She quotes Cat Power and his song The Greatest as an exception, a work that deeply touched her with its simplicity and authenticity. She also talks about her admiration for Cat Power as a producer, a rare figure in the music industry.
Adé’s creative process
Adé talks about his creative process, which hasn’t changed much between his two albums. She describes her solitary approach to composition, where she develops her models alone before sharing them. This need for intimacy in creation allows her to express deep and personal emotions, which she hopes to convey to her audience.
The energy of the stage
To recharge his batteries and find energy, Adé turns to electronic music and artists like Rosalía. She shares her admiration for Rosalía, whom she has seen in concert several times, and describes the powerful impact of her performances. Adé emphasizes the importance of concerts in his lifea constant source of inspiration and motivation.
A piece for extraterrestrials
If she had to choose a song to define herself, Adé would opt for In your dreamsa song from his new album. She explains that this title addresses the theme of narcissistic perverts, a subject that is close to her heart. She hopes that this song will help those who listen to it to step back from difficult situations.
The discovery of new talents
Adé ends the show by sharing a crush on the group Pamelaformed by his former drummer Simon. She expresses her enthusiasm for their music and encourages listeners to discover their song Great. For Adé, supporting new talents is essential, and she is delighted to see her friends succeed in their projects.
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